Chelsey Carter is a Chicago-based designer who goes by the name of Alexandrea Carte. Chelsey designed and constructed the harem pants herself. Her singular style has landed her not only a previous feature here on Chicago Streetstyle Scene, but also a streetstyle photo on Vogue’s online home, Style.com.
Alexis Cozzini is the owner of Sarca, a Gold Coast boutique specializing in exclusive European labels. Alexis is wearing YSL sunglasses and carrying a Prada fringe handbag. The following pieces worn by Alexis are all made by designers who can be found exclusively at Sarca; boots by Laurence Dacade; leggings by David Lerner; jacket by IMPRVD; and scarf by Camilla and Marc.
Alexis is an extraordinarily warm shop owner and works hard to make Sarca an inviting place. Her boutique has a wide range of price points and carries something for everyone. You can read more about Alexis and her vision for Sarca in my interview of her. Be sure to walk just a few blocks west to Sarca next time you’re shopping on Michigan Avenue!
Sarca is located at 710 North Wabash and is open Monday – Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
